I’ve never really been one for change. Entering my teens, was like walking into a circus. I could hear the ringleader saying, “Welcome to Womanhood!" Womanhood: When life tends to feel complicated....and adventureous. I'm the poor elephanet in the room, performing outside of it's element, and forced to balance it all. Your moods will vary like the seasons, with highs and lows. You'll be hormonal, blaming your friends for changing, all while you're hilariously unrecognizable. You'll either fit in, or you won't....or you won't care. Things that used to be funny will feel juevenille. You'll stress yourself out, trying to figure out your roadmap to success, what clubs to join at school, sports to consider, or even think about what colleges you may want to apply to. You'll notice that your former crystal clear complexion looks like you haven’t washed your face in ages. Well, that's maturity, the introduction to womanhood, in a nutshell. How do you get through it you ask? By remembering that when you are out in the world, regardless of where you are, you have a responsibility. You're a lady! Present yourself as the person you're striving to become. You are her! Surround yourself with like-minded people who have the same goals and interests as you do. Good friends encourage and inspire each other, as they want everyone around them to succeed. Haters discourage, fearing you'll get ahead of them. Instead of asking yourself "Why?" Say "Why Not!" Always conduct yourself with class and dignity; be seen and heard, the right way. Expect the world to be unkind, and you won't be surprised. Expect that biases are real and oftentimes create narratives that don’t exist. Remember that beauty is skin deep, looks are fleeting, and should never to be used. You're equipped with everything long-lasting on the inside of you, to lead with intelligence. Don't be afraid to make new friends, people who are different than yourself. Trust me, you will learn a lot. And lastly, remember: if you do not stand for something, you'll fall for anything. So, stand strong, be confident, be courageous. That's who you are! #heydollstrong
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